The 2025.5 Volvo XC90 T8 Plug-In Hybrid introduces several notable updates and improvements, enhancing its design, technology, performance, and comfort features. Here’s a summary of the key changes:
Exterior Updates
Refreshed front bumper, grille, and hood for a more modern appearance.
Slimmer Thor’s Hammer Matrix-design LED headlights with advanced lighting technology.
Redesigned rear taillights with a darkened finish for improved visibility.
New wheel designs available in sizes ranging from 20 to 22 inches.
Addition of Mulberry Red paint as a new color option.
Interior Enhancements
Redesigned center console with improved storage options, wireless phone charging, and an Orrefors crystal gear shift.
Updated dashboard with refined materials and speaker grilles.
Expanded 11.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring standard Apple CarPlay® integration.
Enhanced seating options with available second-row heated seats and USB-C ports.
Performance Improvements
Revised suspension system designed to better absorb harsh impacts on rough roads, ensuring smoother rides.
The T8 powertrain combines a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine with an electric motor for a total output of 455 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque.
Improved transitions between electric and gas propulsion for seamless hybrid driving.
Technology Upgrades
Larger touchscreen interface with Google-based infotainment system for intuitive operation.
Optional head-up display for projecting essential driving data onto the windshield.
Premium audio options, including a Bowers & Wilkins system with Room Transformation modes.
Safety Features
Enhanced collision avoidance systems now include large-animal detection alongside pedestrian and cyclist detection.
Advanced semi-autonomous driving capabilities through Pilot Assist and adaptive cruise control.
Fuel Efficiency
EPA-rated combined fuel economy of 58 MPGe with an EV range of up to 33 miles on battery power.
The mid-year updates position the 2025.5 Volvo XC90 T8 as a more refined, luxurious, and technologically advanced SUV while retaining its eco-friendly plug-in hybrid capabilities.